A child’s first dental visit is one of the most important steps in setting them up for a lifetime of healthy teeth and confident smiles. At The Shine Dental Clinic in Sanepa, Lalitpur, we provide gentle, age-appropriate oral health care starting from birth, creating a positive foundation before problems ever develop.
We welcome local Nepali families, expat parents, and international visitors, with English-speaking dentists and a warm, child-friendly environment that makes even the youngest patients feel safe.
We offer oral health assessments for newborns, checking for tongue tie, lip tie, and early palate development. We also provide guidance for parents on infant oral hygiene, feeding positions, and early dental development milestones.
Teething can be distressing for babies and parents alike. Our team provides safe, evidence-based advice on managing teething discomfort and recommends appropriate remedies. We check that teeth are erupting correctly and identify any early concerns.
Prevention starts before the first tooth appears. We advise on cleaning your baby's gums, introduce appropriate brushing routines as teeth emerge, and applying fluoride varnish from age 6 months to protect developing teeth.
We equip parents and caregivers with practical, age-appropriate guidance on brushing techniques, diet, bottle and breastfeeding habits, and how to make oral hygiene a positive, playful part of daily life.
Your Questions About Dental Care, Answered.
We recommend your baby’s first dental visit within 6 months of the first tooth appearing, or by age 1, whichever comes first. Early visits build familiarity and allow us to detect any concerns early.
Before teeth appear, gently wipe your baby’s gums with a clean, damp cloth after feeds. Once the first tooth erupts, use a soft-bristled infant toothbrush with a tiny smear of fluoride toothpaste.
Most babies get their first tooth between 4 and 7 months, but there is a wide normal variation. If no teeth have appeared by 12-15 months, we recommend a check-up to ensure development is on track.
Yes. A rice-grain-sized smear of fluoride toothpaste is safe and recommended from the first tooth. We apply professional fluoride varnish from 6 months it is quick, safe, and highly effective at protecting new teeth.
Yes. Our team provides emergency dental care for children and adults, including toothaches, dental trauma, and urgent oral health issues.
Yes. Early visits are about prevention, not just problem-solving. Even if your baby's mouth looks completely healthy, a check-up lets us confirm development is on track, catch subtle issues like tongue tie early, and give you tailored guidance before small concerns become bigger ones.
Sucking habits are normal and generally harmless in infancy. They become a concern mainly if they continue intensely past age 2-3, as prolonged habits can affect how teeth and the jaw align. We're happy to advise on weaning strategies if and when the time comes.
Absolutely. We provide expat dental care and dental tourism support, including English-friendly consultations, flexible appointment scheduling, and guidance for families visiting Nepal for treatment.
You can book appointments online via our appointment form, by phone, or through WhatsApp. We offer pre-appointment reminders to help parents and expat families plan ahead.
Yes. Our team provides emergency dental care for children and adults, including toothaches, dental trauma, and urgent oral health issues.
+977 1544 1802 +977 9841914293
info@theshinedental.com
Sanepa Heights Rd, Lalitpur 44600
